2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3. 2003 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
